Toro 51484 Operator's Manual page 3

8. Charge the battery pack in a well-ventilated area
only.
9. Do not expose a battery pack or battery charger
to fire or to temperatures higher than 100°C
(212°F).
10. Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery pack outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Otherwise, you may damage the battery pack
and increase the risk of fire.
11. Do not operate the appliance without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
functioning properly on the appliance.
12. Dress properly—Wear appropriate clothing,
including eye protection; long pants; substantial,
slip-resistant footwear; rubber gloves; and
hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not
wear loose jewelry that can get caught in moving
parts. Wear a dust mask in dusty operating
conditions.
III. Operation
1. Avoid dangerous environments—Do not use the
appliance in rain or in damp or wet locations.
2. Use the proper appliance for your
application—Using the appliance for
purposes other an its intended use could prove
dangerous to you and bystanders.
3. Prevent unintentional starting—Ensure that the
switch is in the O
to the battery pack and handling the appliance.
Do not carry the appliance with your finger on
the switch or energize the appliance with the
switch in the O
N
4. Operate the appliance only in daylight or good
artificial light.
5. Remove the battery pack from the appliance
before adjusting it or changing accessories.
6. Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
area and all moving parts.
7. Stop the appliance, remove the battery pack
from the appliance, and wait for all movement
to stop before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or
storing the appliance.
8. Remove the battery pack from the appliance
whenever you leave it unattended.
9. Do not force the appliance—Allow the appliance
to do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. Do not overreach—Keep proper footing and
balance at all times, especially on slopes. Walk,
never run with the appliance.
11. Stay alert—Watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the appliance.
position before connecting
FF
position.
Do not use the appliance while ill, tired, or under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
12. Ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
13. Under abusive conditions, the battery pack may
eject liquid; avoid contact. If you accidently
come into contact with the liquid, flush with
water. If the liquid contacts your eyes, seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery
pack may cause irritation or burns.
14. CAUTION—A mistreated battery pack may
present a risk of fire, explosion, or chemical
burn. Do not disassemble the battery pack. Do
not heat the battery pack above 68°C (154°F) or
incinerate it. Replace the battery pack with a
genuine Toro battery pack only; using another
type of battery pack may cause a fire or risk of
injury. Keep battery packs out of the reach of
children and in the original packaging until you
are ready to use them.
IV. Maintenance and Storage
1. Maintain the appliance with care—Keep it clean
and in good repair for best performance and to
reduce the risk of injury. Follow the instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
2. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from metal objects such as paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, and screws that can make a
connection from 1 terminal to another. Shorting
the battery terminals may cause burns or a fire.
3. Keep your hands and feet away from moving
parts.
4. Stop the appliance, remove the battery pack
from the appliance, and wait for all movement
to stop before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or
storing the appliance.
5. Check the appliance for damaged parts—If there
are damaged guards or other parts, determine
whether it will operate properly. Check for
misaligned and binding moving parts, broken
parts, mounting, and any other condition that
may affect its operation. Unless indicated in the
instructions, have an Authorized Service Dealer
repair or replace a damaged guard or part.
6. Do not replace the existing non-metallic cutting
means on the appliance with a metallic cutting
means.
7. Do not attempt to service or repair the appliance,
battery pack, or battery charger except as
indicated in the instructions. Have an Authorized
Service Dealer perform service using identical
replacement parts to ensure that the product is
safely maintained.
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